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Amy Mastura - Bintang Hati *MTV Minus One

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Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2/3 cup shortening
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon milk
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
• Almond Icing (see recipe below)

Directions

1. Stir together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside. In large bowl beat shortening with electric mixer 30 seconds. Add sugar; beat until fluffy. Add egg, milk, and vanilla; beat well. Add half flour mixture. Beat until combined. Stir in remaining flour mixture with wooden spoon. Cover; chill dough 1 hour until easy to handle.

2. Divide dough into thirds. On lightly floured surface, roll each third 1/4 inch thick. Cut with shaped cookie cutters. Place cookies, about 1 inch apart, on ungreased cookie sheets.

3. Bake in 350 degree F oven for 8 to 10 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Remove from sheet and cool on wire racks. Dip into white Almond Icing (see recipe below). Place on rack set over waxed paper. While icing is moist, drizzle design with blue Almond Icing. Let excess drip onto paper. Let cookies stand at room temperature at least 2 hours to allow icing to dry.

Almond Icing: Stir together 3 cups sifted powdered sugar, 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon almond extract, and enough milk (3 to 4 tablespoons) in a large mixing bowl to make icing of drizzling consistency. Tint one-fourth of the mixture blue with food coloring.

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PEANUT BUTTER COOKIE

1 cup of sugar

· 1 cup of brown sugar

· 1 teaspoon of baking soda

· 1 teaspoon of baking powder

· 1 teaspoon of vanilla

· 1 ½ cups of flour

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the butter and peanut butter with an electric mixer for 30 seconds.

2. Add sugar, brown sugar, baking soda and baking powder. Beat until combined and scrape the side of the bowl as needed.

3. Beat in the egg and vanilla until combined.

4. Beat in the flour. You might need to stir remaining amounts.

5. Cover and chill the dough for one hour.

6. Place small dough balls on and ungreased cookie sheet. Press down with a fork on two sides, making a criss-cross pattern.

7. Preheat oven and bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 7-9 minutes. Remove tray and allow to cool on a wire rack.

Peanut Butter Cookies Made Simple

And there you have it. Peanut butter cookies made extremely simple. This is a great recipe to use when you’re having a bake sale or it’s your turn to provide something sweet for fellowship time after church. And there’s no rule that you can’t sneak some cookies for yourself. The aroma that will fill your kitchen will likely break down your resolve not to eat some yourself.

Peanut Butter Cookies from Scratch

The benefit of baking food from scratch is that is much more fun that way. You can brag to others about the killer recipe that you made yourself and that you didn’t have to go to the store. In fact, you can even argue that your cookies are better than what one can find at the store.

Also, you have the benefit of knowing where all the ingredients came from, and you needn’t worry about additives and preservatives that come with processed food. A recipe such as this should yield around 30 cookies. If you need more, you can double the recipe. The positive here is that the recipe has a short baking time.

Now that you know the basics, you’re ready to knock ‘em dead with your killer peanut butter cookie recipe. Enjoy!

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Baby Boy's New Years Day Cookies


100g (4oz) Brown Sugar (make sure it is sifted
75g (2oz) Granulated Sugar
40g (1.5oz) Butter
1 teaspoon pure vanilla essence
1 Egg
175g (16oz) Plain Flour
1/2 teaspoon Baking Powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
225g (8oz) Mini Smarties (or M&M's or mini hard shelled chocolates)

Preheat the oven to gas mark 4 (350oF or 180oc) mix together the two sugars, the butter and the Vanilla and the egg. Once they are mixed add the flour, baking powder, salt and chocolate.

Put a heaped teaspoon of the mixture on to a baking tray and then bake for ten minutes. When they come out of the oven they will be soft, so let them cool for a few minutes before you move them on to a wire rack. They will keep nicely in an air tight tin for a week... if they last that long!

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"FRIENDSHIP MATTERS"

A good friend is someone we can count on, as well as being so much more. A friend is someone with whom we can relax and just hang out, have fun and share our innermost thoughts, deep dark secrets, lofty and noble goals, or our hopes, joys, and fears.

Friendship is the hardest thing in the world to explain. It's not something you learn in school. But if you haven't learned the meaning of friendship, you really haven't learned anything.

Don't walk behind me; I may not lead. Don't walk in front of me; I may not follow. Just walk beside me and be my friend.
Albert Camus

Remember, the greatest gift is not found in a store nor under a tree, but in the hearts of true friends. -- Cindy Lew

A friendship can weather most things and thrive in thin soil; but it needs a little mulch of letters and phone calls and small, silly presents every so often - just to save it from drying out completely.
Pam Brown

An insincere and evil friend is more to be feared than a wild beast; a wild beast may wound your body, but an evil friend will wound your mind.
Buddha

Top 10 Super Weight Loss Foods

Here are the 10 foods that I always, always have in my house. They are all natural, healthy and nutritious, and they’re all really cheap and easy to find too!

Check out Anna's 3-day diet for some ways to incorporate these foods into your diet.

1. Chickpeas

Also know as garbanzo beans. They are normally found precooked and canned, but you can also buy them in a dried form and cook them yourself.

Chickpeas lower bad cholesterol, as well as being a good source of protein, iron and other vitamins and minerals. They are also a high source of insoluble fiber, great for combating constipation.

Chickpeas make a delicious addition to salads, soups and stir fries. You can turn them into a great homemade hummus – just blend with garlic, lemon juice, chili pepper and a teaspoon of olive oil.

2. Oatmeal

Oatmeal is a very high source of soluble fiber that digests slowly, curbing your hunger and cravings for hours. It stabilizes blood sugar levels, unclogs arteries, and lowers risk of colon cancer.

It is best to avoid the flavored and sweetened oatmeal as they have added sugar and chemicals. Go for plain oatmeal with low fat milk and blueberries or your favorite fruit for a power breakfast. It's inexpensive and you can buy it in bulk.

3. Kobacha Squash

Also know as a Japanese winter squash or pumpkin. You might have seen it on the supermarket shelf but you probably weren’t sure what it was!

A cup of Japanese squash contains just 40 calories, but it is high in nutrients like antioxidants, vitamins A and C and fiber. The best thing, however, is its delicious taste. It really is a tasty, guilt-free diet food.

I love Kobacha wedges. Just cut them up and pop them in the oven with salt for 20 minutes. They make a filling, super-yummy snack.

4. Sardines

In recent studies it has been shown that an increased intake of Omega 3 fatty acids can help to balance blood sugar levels and control appetite. And (as if that wasn’t enough), they also reduce levels of Cortisol, a stress hormone responsible for storing fat. They are a very low calorie source of protein and calcium, both very important for weight loss.

Sardines are great because they are cheap, abundant and contain lower levels of mercury and PCBs than most fish. This is because they are lower in the food chain than tuna, for example, and so spend less time ingesting poisonous chemicals. Sardines are an excellent and underrated fish choice.

5. Chili Peppers

Chili Pepper not only adds flavor to your favorite dishes, it actually increases your metabolism for a short period of time after eating them.

Chilies raises your body temperature, increases your circulation and helps you burn fat faster.

As an added bonus, chili peppers contain Capsaicin (the active chemical in red chili peppers). This increases your body's levels of endorphins, the chemicals that make you feel happy!

6. Yogurt

Studies have shown that yogurt aids in burning fat and increasing weight loss. It’s a great low fat source of calcium and protein, both of which are important for maintaining a high metabolism. Calcium reduces fat storage and boosts your metabolism, while protein maintains and protects lean muscle tissue.

Try to choose plain yogurt – the flavored ones contain high amounts of sugar and additives. Alternatively, homemade yogurt is a healthy and economical way to add fresh yogurt to your life every day.

Yogurt can also be used as a substitute for mayonnaise or sour cream in dips and salad dressing recipes. If plain yogurt isn't your thing, mix in fruits and nuts or use it in smoothies.

7. Blueberries

Blueberries contain a powerful antioxidant named Anthocyanin that may promote weight loss by reducing abdominal fat.

It has also been shown that consuming blueberries actually reduces your food cravings.

I like to add fresh or frozen blueberries to low fat muffins, cereal and yogurt. I also blend them into smoothies, and they also make a good snack for evenings watching TV.

8. Eggs

Eggs are nutrient-dense and a great source of protein. A medium sized egg contains just 70 calories. Studies have shown that eating eggs for breakfast tends to reduce the amount of calories that you consume throughout the rest of the day. Eggs promote satiety and curb hunger and cravings.

Eggs contain all of the essential amino acids, but it is the amino acid leucine that provides the link to fat loss. This naturally occurring substance helps to stabilize blood sugar levels and maintain lean muscle tissue.

9. Grapefruit

I'm sure you've heard of the grapefruit diet? Well it turns out there might be something to it. Grapefruit contains fat burning enzymes that are responsible for reducing insulin levels and encouraging weight loss.

Grapefruit is low in calories and high in antioxidant vitamin C and potassium. It also contains bioflavonoids and other plant chemicals that protect against cancer and heart disease. You can eat grapefruit alone or toss it on salads.

10. Almonds

A good source of protein, fiber, and powerful antioxidant Vitamin E. Studies have shown that eating small amounts of almonds aids in weight loss.

Although almonds do contain fat, research suggests the fat in almonds does not get completely absorbed by the body.

Almonds are a satisfying snack that you can carry with you instead of chips and other unhealthy snack foods. You can also toss them in salads and smoothies or mix them with oatmeal.

1000 Calorie Diet Sample Menu

Drinks throughout the day can include water, black tea and/or coffee without sugar and negligible calorie carbonated drinks such as Diet Coke.

This menu provides 1000 calories, 60g protein, 145g carbohydrate, 21g fat.

Breakfast

• Banana sandwich made with 2 small slices of wholemeal bread and a small banana.
• 200ml glass of orange juice

Morning Snack

• 100g pot of low fat fruit yoghurt

Lunch

• 1 wholemeal roll (45g) filled with 70g tuna (canned in brine) and 10g reduced calorie mayonnaise
• Mixed salad of 50g lettuce, 50g red or yellow sweet peppers, 10g spring onions.

Afternoon Snack

• 28g bag of lower fat crisps (eg. Walkers Lites)

Dinner

• 70g Roast Chicken breast (without skin)
• 80g Potatoes, mashed with 30ml semi-skimmed milk
• 60g Broccoli, steamed or boiled
• 50g Carrots, boiled
• 100ml Gravy (made from granules)

Evening

• 1 serving of low calorie Hot Chocolate Drink made with powder and water (eg. Cadbury's Highlights)

Women will lose 2-4 lbs in a week, men 3-5 lbs in a week, depending on start weight and activity level. It is not recommended that calories be so restricted for more than one week - for most people this level of calories is too low to obtain enough nutrition, and may have the effect of slowing metabolism.

A Fashion Model's Top 10 Diet Tips

1. Keep a Food Diary

Writing down every bite and sip in your food journal can be an invaluable tool for a successful diet. It can help you track what you are eating, and make you understand how much you are really consuming. Try writing down the calories next to each entry too.

2. Keep Snacks in the House

A common mistake of most dieters is to take all snacks out the house. Models know that snacking throughout the day is actually a key element of successful dieting. Everyone gets hunger pangs - just make sure that when you lose your willpower its with healthy, low-fat snacks rather than pizza or icecream.

Great ideas for healthy snacks are low-fat yoghurt, sweet potatoes, edamame and salted popcorn. Try to carry snacks with you when you leave the house too. A healthy nut bar in your purse will prevent you from stopping in at McDonalds on the way home.

3. Quit the Emotional Eating

Let's face it life is difficult! Many of us make excuses that bottle of wine or box of chocolates on a bad day. Perhaps you've lost your job, broke up with your significant other, or had a disagreement with a friend. Learning to deal with the pains of life without turning to food is an important habit to create.

Try to get stuck into doing something you love, like a hobby or your favorite exercise, when life deals you a blow. Alternatively, consider seeking professional help with emotional eating issues.

4. Don't Order the Sauce

Believe it or not, restaurant food doesn't have to be a dieter's nightmare. Dishes like salads, grilled meat and fish are perfectly fine for calorie-counting diners.. as long as you don't put a thick, creamy sauce on top of them.

Order dishes without sauces if you can. If you really have to, go for something light like a soy sauce or vinaigrette. In an Italian restaurant, try the sauces with a tomato base as they will generally be lighter.

5. Grill, Baby, Grill!

OK, baking and steaming are fine too, but you get the point! You have to steer clear of fried food if you want to lose weight. When you cook, try to use the absolute minimum of oil. Many foods contain natural oils that speed the cooking process anyway, there's just no need for spoonfuls of cooking oil.

6. Spice It Up!

Boost your metabolism with spicy food, it really works! Spicy food can make you feel more full, and it also gives your system a kickstart, forcing it to burn more calories.

You have to be careful though - lots of spicy dishes in restaurants are extremely high in calories.

Add ingredients like black pepper, ginger and chilli peppers to your home cooking for a flavourful way to increase your weight loss.

7. Frozen Fruit

Before you go to bed at night, throw some fruit in the freezer. It can be grapes, berries, or whatever's left in your fruit bowl just sliced up. The next day you have a nutritious, healthy snack ready for you.

There are two reasons why this is a great diet tip. Firstly, you eat the frozen fruit slower than if it were at room temperature. This gives your stomach time to tell you when it's full. Secondly, the lower temperature makes your body work harder, increasing your metabolism and helping you to burn off more fat.

8. Drink Lots of Water

I've mentioned it several times on my site, but when it comes to weight loss, water is a model's best friend. Staying fully hydrated will increase your metabolism, stave off hunger pangs, improve your complexion and slow down the aging process. What's not to love?

9. Green Tea

Studies have shown that drinking green tea between meals results in weight loss. Its not just the caffeine either, so coffee is no substitute. Buy some green tea and give it a try - it has plenty of other health benefits besides weight loss so you have nothing to lose.

10. Ditch the Mayo

In every model's list of foods to avoid, one of the tops spots is always taken by Mayonnaise. Low in nutrients, high in fat, adding Mayo to your sandwich can turn a healthy treat into a high-calorie nightmare! Try mustard instead, its much healthier and will help keep your snacks low in calories.